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Can't estimate

An Estimator Who Can’t Install vs. an Installer Who Can’t Estimate

The Intentional Restorer
Jon Isaacson
Jon Isaacson
September 3, 2021
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If you are an installer who wants to get out of the field and grow your career by pursuing estimating, I would hope this article is helpful in setting you on the right path with regards to the mindset and habits you will need to succeed. Likewise, if you are considering going out on your own as a small business owner or contractor, you will need to quickly learn to develop the skills necessary to estimate accurately and run a profitable business.


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Leadership Dilemma: When Your Most Difficult Employee is Great for Business

Fresh Perspective
Idan Shpizear
Idan Shpizear
August 18, 2021
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What do you do with a difficult employee who brings in a lot of money? Idan Shpizear recently had a conversation with a small business owner about this. It echoed countless conversations he’d had before, including a few tough moments when he had to get real with himself.
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The Intentional Restorer

Training Restoration Technicians to Sketch for Xactimate

Jon Isaacson
Jon Isaacson
August 9, 2021
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Many restoration contractors, business owners, and managers struggle to train their teams to clearly and consistently document the story of the loss. Every insurance claims estimate, especially those composed in Xactimate, need two key things.
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The Severe Report

When Trust Is Low, Costs Are High and Speed Is Slow

Scott Severe
August 4, 2021
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Ultimately, all participants in the restoration response chain should be aligned in getting the property owner back up and running again in the fastest and most fair way, assisted by the trust and peace of mind that well-constructed automation provides.
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Fresh Perspective

Want to Get to $1 Million in a Year? Go Deep; Not Wide

Idan Shpizear
Idan Shpizear
July 13, 2021
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Most entrepreneurs have a strong instinct to grow their revenue through new businesses instead of doing more with the business they already have.
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The Intentional Restorer

Reflections of the 75th Annual RIA Convention

Jon Isaacson
Jon Isaacson
July 13, 2021
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In the midst of celebrating all of this amazing history and looking to build upon the advocacy momentum of recent years, one nugget that stuck out to me was the power of humility. 
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The Intentional Restorer

Leadership Distinctives of an Industry Giant

Jon Isaacson
Jon Isaacson
June 18, 2021
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Three distinctives that helped build a thriving culture and sustainable business.
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Policyholder

Is the Policyholder Your Why?

Scott Severe
June 15, 2021
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In my role as a chief customer officer, I meet with a lot of contractors looking for ways to improve their business and I’m struck by how often certain phrases come up. 


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Fresh Perspective

How to Revive Your Flatlining Business

Idan Shpizear
Idan Shpizear
June 10, 2021
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When you hit a plateau, that’s your signal something needs to change. Most likely, that something is you.
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The 2021 Restoration & Remediation SEO Recipe

Nathan Big
Nathan Big
May 21, 2021
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Key tips to optimize your company's SEO.
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